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Service bulletins for the 2022 Mazda CX-5

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

353 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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SA-026-222022-05-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Apple CarPlay / Android Auto Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
SA-023-222022-05-05. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. A tapping/rattling noise may be noticed from the valve train area. This operating condition can occur on new vehicles which have been delivered to Mazda dealers (due to loading and unloading from transport trucks or customers moving their vehicles in and out of their garages to wash the vehicle, etc.). This condition may also occur if the engine is not allowed to warm up after multiple cold starts.
SA-019-222022-05-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Mazda Connected Services Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
SA-018-222022-05-05. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. The WSM shows 3 possible crankshaft sprocket and timing chain combinations (Type A, B and C), but some vehicles have been produced with a combination of Type A timing chain with 2 yellow-colored links with a Type B crankshaft sprocket.
SA-017-222022-05-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some customers may complain about any of the following: Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. *Remote function(s) inoperative. *Engine Start / Stop **Door Lock / Unlock **Lights ON / OFF *MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle reception strength icon shows "X" or " ". Confirm the customer's phone and vehicle have good to strong reception during the concern as shown in the table below. *If the reception is weak, move the vehicle to a location where the reception is good to strong as shown in the table, then try to get the Authorization Code and/or operate the remote functions before proceeding to the Repair Procedure if there is still an issue. *If the reception is good to strong, proceed to the Repair Procedure.
SA-016-222022-05-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. There are currently 2 methods for cutting a new auxiliary key blank. A. Auxiliary Key Trace Cut Method B. Auxiliary Key Code Cut Method
SA-011-22a2022-05-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. The CX-50 has new and revised features that are different from previous models, and may be difficult to understand. This Service Alert provides valuable information to support potential dealer and customer concerns.
SA-004-22a2022-05-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
SA-014-222022-04-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Accessory instructions can be found on OneMazda under Dealer Resources - Parts & Accessories.
SA-011-222022-04-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. The CX-50 has new and revised features that are different from previous models, and may be difficult to understand. This Service Alert provides valuable information to support potential dealer and customer concerns.
SA-006-22a2022-04-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL; POWER TRAIN; WHEELS. There have been warranty claims submitted for growling or bearing whine noise in differentials, transfer units and transmissions where the source of the noise was a wheel bearing. This misdiagnosis can lead to multiple repair attempts, warranty debits, and additional inconvenience and/or cost to the customer. To reduce the chance of this occurring, please follow the steps outlined in the repair procedure.
MT-003/222022-04-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. Some customers may complain about a tapping or knocking noise coming from the rear seat after fuel fill. The concern will likely occur if the fuel tank is overfilled (more fuel is added after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off automatically) or filled up normally in high ambient temperatures and the fuel expands. No repair is needed. Explain to the customer not to continue filling after nozzle shut off. Refer customer to Owner's Manual Warning:
DRW472022-04-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. The Manual booklet kit inside the vehicle must be replaced with an updated version as the original warranty information is outdated. The repair will be to discard the old booklet kit and replace with a new version. The new booklet will be shipped UPS to the service manager at all affected dealers by March 29-30, 2022, please do not order a new booklet kit.
DRW462022-04-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. The Apple Car Play and Android Auto (AA/CP) software in the vehicles below needs to be updated to the latest version. The affected vehicles were built with an older version of the software and AA/CP functions may not work correctly. The repair will be a CMU software update via USB stick.
04-001/222022-04-05. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. Some vehicles may exhibit a click or squeak noise from the front brakes under the following conditions: 2016-2022 CX-9 2018-2022 CX-5 (Click noise): 1. When first moving forward or reverse from a stop OR 2. When first applying the brakes while moving forward at slow speeds. Cause: Due to deteriorated grease between the brake pads and the shim, the front brake pads move upward/downward along with the brake rotors during brake application. When the vehicle moves or the brakes are applied the next time, the front brake pads move to the other side, which causes a click noise. Mass-Production Change: None 2016-2018 CX-9 (Squeak noise): During light braking. Cause: Occurs when the front brake pads have been worn to certain levels. As the pads wear, the chamfer goes away and the grease between the pad and the shim deteriorates. Mass-Production Change: As of Apr. 27, 2018, the chamfer shape of the brake pad was improved to increase durability.
01-003/222022-04-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code.
RF-21-01R2022-03-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; TRAILER HITCHES. Due to a revised rear bumper for 2022 CX-5, the accessory trailer tow hitch and trailer hitch harness cannot be installed at this time. The expected timing for availability of a new trailer hitch and harness is Spring 2022.
SA-009-222022-03-04. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT; POWER TRAIN. The new AWD rear differential DOES NOT come with a breather cap on the rear of the differential, therefore a new one will need to be ordered and installed when replacing the differential. NOTE: The breather threads have a sealant and locking compound that prevents it from being reused. Refer to GEPC for the correct part number of the Differential Breather. The instructions on MGSS will be updated soon to include replacing the breather when replacing the differential with a new unit.
SA-008-222022-03-04. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection.
SA-007-22a2022-03-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT. Some vehicles equipped with SiriusXM Travel Link and a Navigation SD Card added by dealer/customer may experience a SiriusXM Travel Link error when selecting Parking Information.
SA-007-222022-03-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some customers may experience a SiriusXM Travel Link error when selecting Parking Information.
SA-006-222022-03-04. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING; POWER TRAIN. There have been warranty claims submitted for growling or bearing whine noise in differentials, transfer units and transmissions where the source of the noise was a wheel bearing. This misdiagnosis can lead to multiple repair attempts, warranty debits, and additional inconvenience and/or cost to the customer. To reduce the chance of this occurring, please follow the steps outlined in the repair procedure.
SA-004-222022-03-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
00-001-222022-03-04. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; STEERING. Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manual. Services performed outside of Mazda's factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services are unnecessary and create unneeded expenses for your customers.
MT-001-222022-03-04. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; STRUCTURE. Some customers may report concerns with interior upholstery surface stains particularly on high contact areas (e.g.: steering wheel, door panels, shifter...etc.). This may be caused by skin oils or chemicals such as hand lotions. Use a clean towel damped in leather/vinyl cleaner or mild soap to clean the steering wheel. NOTE: Upholstery maintenance and care information can also be found in the Owner's Manual.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.